Michael Halberg
About Me
I’ve always been drawn to contrast—between grit and beauty, nature and decay, chaos and stillness. That shows up in the subjects I photograph: a crumbling brick wall lit by the late sun, an empty street corner, a lone tree on a foggy trail.
My connection to photography started back in high school. I was a senior when I first picked up a camera and stepped into the darkroom, and it felt like a door opened. For the first time, I’d found a medium that let me share how I see the world—and gave me a way to express myself creatively. That excitement has stayed with me ever since.
I shoot on a Sony A7III, usually with a Tamron 28–75mm f/2.8 or a Sony FE 20mm f/1.8. I rely on natural light, and I use post-processing to bring out the emotion or texture that pulled me toward the scene in the first place. I keep my approach grounded and intuitive—never over-polished, but always thoughtful.
Over time, I’ve become more intentional with my work. Learning the technical side has been key—it gives me the freedom to explore and experiment. I’m inspired by photographers like William Eggleston, Ansel Adams, David Bailey, Walker Evans, and Annie Leibovitz—artists who knew how to tell a story through an image.
I built this site to share my work, connect with others, and keep exploring.